1994 Maserati Shamal vs. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 726 kg more than 1994 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1994 Maserati Shamal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 1994 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1994 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Maserati Shamal | 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Maserati | Dodge |
| Model | Shamal | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3078 mm |
